The US Federal Reserve's policy meeting has become harder to predict as surging oil prices and renewed geopolitical tensions raise the risk of persistent inflation. While most brokerages still expect rates to remain unchanged, some now see a growing possibility of surprise hikes, with markets significantly increasing the odds of a policy move.

Oil prices near $100 per barrel have investors betting on a Fed rate hike as Treasury yields hit 2025 highs, putting pressure on Bitcoin and risk

AI-driven demand, Iran war and the newly announced tariffs also call for higher rates. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Investors increase bets on US central bank to raise rates on surging oil prices

The US Federal Reserve is expected to maintain current interest rates on Wednesday. Analysts anticipate some policymakers may dissent, advocating for a rate increase. Surging…

As oil prices surged, treasury yields took notice, raising inflation worries in the market. Traders are keeping a watchful eye on the Federal Reserve's expected decision to…

The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, with markets increasingly pricing in a September hike. Persistent inflation, geopolitical tensions, elevated…